Get the Skinny Margarita! It is the best Margarita I’ve ever had. It’s fresh and clean and not loaded with mix. Yes it is worth EVERY $! On weekends it’s made fresh in front of you!! I’m not a huge tequila fan but I had to try it because it was skinny!
Pair it with pork fajitas and you will not be disappointed!! Also, corn tortillas at other places are not my favorite but here they are white corn and soooo delicious!!!
For 2 of us to eat with a margaritas, $70. I had a whole other meal to take home! That is an amazing value!!
Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options are clearly labeled!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas
Rick Smith
Great food and good service. The night we were there it was pretty busy and a bit loud.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Craig Puetz
Great food, seasonal outside seating. This is the best authentic Mexican food in town. On our recent visit they had added fresh guacamole prepared at the table to the menu. Delicious!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Duane Lanning
First time here and will not be our last! Had the guacamole and Miguel tacos and they were amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah L
Great food - tacos were amazing and the made-to-order guacamole was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Miguel's Tacos
Amy Kimball
The BEST Mexican in the 'loo. Chicken is so tender and every dish has unique flavor unlike so many other Mexican restaurants. Juan and staff are amazing!
Dietary restrictions: I'm gluten intolerant and I've NEVER been sick here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Kimball
Hands down best Mexican in the Cedar Vally!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Ceviche
Dawn Pilcher
Terriffic Mexican food and very friendly service! I highly recommend the enchiladas!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joshua H
Out of all of the authentic Mexican restaurants I have been to over the years, this is by far the best. My waiter, Alexander (despite his demands from other customers), was extremely attentive, understanding of my allergic stomach reaction to onions, and attended to mine & my family's every need, without losing his friendly and passionate attitude. The Food was Excellent! Instead of my usual sensitive reaction to most restaurant foods, I was left feeling full, my pallete satisfied, and what I found most amazing was that no grease was left on my plate. The food was Not Only prepared to perfection, but it was clear of the usual grease and greasy taste & residue left over. I normally feel bloated and like I over ate after a meal like this, but instead I felt energetic, with no bad after effects. It was very pleasing, with amazing food, customer service, and atmosphere, I would recommend anyone seeking all 3 factors, to try out El Patron Family Mexican, in Waterloo, IA.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Miguel's Tacos
Cynthia Robles
Excellent service, super delicious food, the waiter very attentive, friendly, very helpful. The place is very nice and clean.
My friend and I visited El Patron Restaurant for supper and it was fantastic!! We were greeted as soon as we walked in and seated immediately. Our servers were very friendly and attentive and we immediately had delicious chips and salsa with our drinks before we had even selected our meal. We both chose the shrimp fajita salad and it was so good!! The chefs who prepared it are so talented and artistic. I wish I could leave a picture, but it was almost too lovely to eat (almost... ??) with an avocado made to look like a blooming flower in the center and everything so colorful and pretty. And it was absolutely delicious!! So fresh and flavorful! We both thoroughly loved our meal and can't wait to come back and try more meals off of their extensive menu. Great food, fantastic service, and generous portions for a reasonable price! Definitely recommend visiting this terrific restaurant!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas
Ramona Lenehan
Very fun place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LeaAnn Post
Amazing food with gluten free options served by wonderful staff! Would definitely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
MARY Jones
Atmosphere is awesome service and food is spectacular especially
Get the Skinny Margarita! It is the best Margarita I’ve ever had. It’s fresh and clean and not loaded with mix. Yes it is worth EVERY $! On weekends it’s made fresh in front of you!! I’m not a huge tequila fan but I had to try it because it was skinny!
Pair it with pork fajitas and you will not be disappointed!! Also, corn tortillas at other places are not my favorite but here they are white corn and soooo delicious!!!
For 2 of us to eat with a margaritas, $70. I had a whole other meal to take home! That is an amazing value!!
Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options are clearly labeled!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas
Great food and good service. The night we were there it was pretty busy and a bit loud.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great food, seasonal outside seating. This is the best authentic Mexican food in town. On our recent visit they had added fresh guacamole prepared at the table to the menu. Delicious!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time here and will not be our last! Had the guacamole and Miguel tacos and they were amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food - tacos were amazing and the made-to-order guacamole was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Miguel's Tacos
The BEST Mexican in the 'loo. Chicken is so tender and every dish has unique flavor unlike so many other Mexican restaurants. Juan and staff are amazing!
Dietary restrictions: I'm gluten intolerant and I've NEVER been sick here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down best Mexican in the Cedar Vally!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Ceviche
Terriffic Mexican food and very friendly service! I highly recommend the enchiladas!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Out of all of the authentic Mexican restaurants I have been to over the years, this is by far the best. My waiter, Alexander (despite his demands from other customers), was extremely attentive, understanding of my allergic stomach reaction to onions, and attended to mine & my family's every need, without losing his friendly and passionate attitude. The Food was Excellent! Instead of my usual sensitive reaction to most restaurant foods, I was left feeling full, my pallete satisfied, and what I found most amazing was that no grease was left on my plate. The food was Not Only prepared to perfection, but it was clear of the usual grease and greasy taste & residue left over. I normally feel bloated and like I over ate after a meal like this, but instead I felt energetic, with no bad after effects. It was very pleasing, with amazing food, customer service, and atmosphere, I would recommend anyone seeking all 3 factors, to try out El Patron Family Mexican, in Waterloo, IA.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Miguel's Tacos
Excellent service, super delicious food, the waiter very attentive, friendly, very helpful. The place is very nice and clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos El Pastor
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Food was great ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friend and I visited El Patron Restaurant for supper and it was fantastic!! We were greeted as soon as we walked in and seated immediately. Our servers were very friendly and attentive and we immediately had delicious chips and salsa with our drinks before we had even selected our meal. We both chose the shrimp fajita salad and it was so good!! The chefs who prepared it are so talented and artistic. I wish I could leave a picture, but it was almost too lovely to eat (almost... ??) with an avocado made to look like a blooming flower in the center and everything so colorful and pretty. And it was absolutely delicious!! So fresh and flavorful! We both thoroughly loved our meal and can't wait to come back and try more meals off of their extensive menu. Great food, fantastic service, and generous portions for a reasonable price! Definitely recommend visiting this terrific restaurant!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fajitas
Very fun place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food with gluten free options served by wonderful staff! Would definitely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere is awesome service and food is spectacular especially
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tortilla Soup, Street Tacos, Fajitas, Guacamole, Miguel's Tacos
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